Description of site and its purpose:
Bill Genereux is an Assistant Professor of Computer Systems Technology at Kansas State University. He teaches web development which includes topics such as, networking, computer programming, and digital media technologies. There are numerous postings within his blog with topics ranging from using Web 2.0 to realizing the importance of utilizing creativity within education. The purpose of this site is to inform, educate, and inspire educators from around the world. After reading many of Bill's posts it is clear that he is passionate about education and includes academic and political quotes along with a variety of related video clips.
Evaluation of its utility:
This site is updated frequently. There is a tab for "Cool Tools and Assignments" which describes one strategy Bill uses within his class for review. I enjoy reading the postings on this blog; however, I find myself craving more strategies to help me implement technology more within my classroom. Overall, this is an informational site covering a wide range of topics. It is evident that many people read and enjoy this site from the amount of comments that are posted to it.
Description of site and its purpose:
Larry Ferlazzo teaches beginner, intermediate, and advanced English Language Learners at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California. In addition to writing this blog he maintains a website, and writes regularly for the "In Practice" blog. This blog is updated frequently. It is well organized and contains hundreds of cool links, websites, and activities that all teachers can utilize to enhance student learning. Although the name of the blog alludes to the fact that these resources are specifically for English Language Learners, do not be mistaken. One example of the many wonderful resources provided within this blog is the website, Supalogo. I generated the rating scale through the Supalogo website; however, when I tried to import images onto this page the image would not appear. There are no directions on the homepage of this site as to how to transfer the images generated on their site to another page. This could be a great resource for students, and teachers alike, to quickly use when creating web content, once they understand how to utilize the images generated.
Evaluation of its Utility:
Again this blog is updated frequently. It is very informative and provides many links to wonderful resources for educators. I have bookmarked this blog and intend to utilize the many websites and activities that Larry provides to his readers frequently this upcoming year. Title:
Learning Labyrinth: Exploring Web Tools and Resources for the K-12 Environment http://learninglabyrinth.edublogs.org/
Rating by Heather Streb: 1-Excellent
Desciption of site and its purpose:
Danielle Klaus works as the Instructional Technology Specialist and the Tablet PC Program Coordinator at Trinity School in Atlanta, GA. Danielle believes that technology should be a tool to utilize within the classroom to help further student learning and motivation. This blog provides educators with many valuable resources to use within the classroom. Within most of the posts, Danielle provides readers with a description of the resource, key features that are included, an explanation of why the resource is great for students, classroom integration ideas, and tech-treat tips and tricks which explains in ins and outs of using a given resource. Many of the resources can be modified to suit the needs of all educators. For example, in her most recent posting Danielle provided her readers with a link to the MadLibs Game Time website. Through the use of this resource students can increase their expressive language skills and are encouraged to write creatively. There are many more useful resources such as this one within this blog.
Evaluation of its Utility:
This site is organized and updated frequently. It contains many links for educators to use. It also thoroughly describes each resource and provides readers with helpful tips and suggestions for implementing those resources within the classroom. This blog has already given me so many wonderful ideas to use within my class this upcoming school year. I am looking forward to using them within my classroom and I am sure that my students will be engaged because of them.
Enjoy a laugh and read the example of MadLib I created using**Madlibs Game Time**!
POLITICAL SPEECH
Ladies and gentlemen, on this dizzy occasion, it is a privilege to address such a/an funny-looking group of cameras. I can tell from your smiling sandwiches that you will support my ordinary program in the coming election. I promise that, if elected, there will be a tooth brush in every zoo and two horses in every garage. I want to warn you against my prickly opponent, Mr. John. This man is nothing but a repulsive verse. He has a shaggy character and is working lollipop in glove with the criminal element. If elected, I promise to eliminate vice. I will keep the oxen in the public till. I promise you substantial government, grotesque taxes, and old schools.
"At Glance" Rating System for Resources:
Educational Blog Resources
Title:Tech Intersect: The intersection of art, science, and technology
http://billgx.edublogs.org/
Rating by Heather Streb:
3-Good
Description of site and its purpose:
Bill Genereux is an Assistant Professor of Computer Systems Technology at Kansas State University. He teaches web development which includes topics such as, networking, computer programming, and digital media technologies. There are numerous postings within his blog with topics ranging from using Web 2.0 to realizing the importance of utilizing creativity within education. The purpose of this site is to inform, educate, and inspire educators from around the world. After reading many of Bill's posts it is clear that he is passionate about education and includes academic and political quotes along with a variety of related video clips.
Evaluation of its utility:
This site is updated frequently. There is a tab for "Cool Tools and Assignments" which describes one strategy Bill uses within his class for review. I enjoy reading the postings on this blog; however, I find myself craving more strategies to help me implement technology more within my classroom. Overall, this is an informational site covering a wide range of topics. It is evident that many people read and enjoy this site from the amount of comments that are posted to it.
Title:
Larry Ferlazzo's Websites of the Day...for Teaching ELL, ESL, & EFL
http://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/
Rating by Heather Streb:
2-Very Good
Description of site and its purpose:
Larry Ferlazzo teaches beginner, intermediate, and advanced English Language Learners at Luther Burbank High School in Sacramento, California. In addition to writing this blog he maintains a website, and writes regularly for the "In Practice" blog. This blog is updated frequently. It is well organized and contains hundreds of cool links, websites, and activities that all teachers can utilize to enhance student learning. Although the name of the blog alludes to the fact that these resources are specifically for English Language Learners, do not be mistaken. One example of the many wonderful resources provided within this blog is the website, Supalogo. I generated the rating scale through the Supalogo website; however, when I tried to import images onto this page the image would not appear. There are no directions on the homepage of this site as to how to transfer the images generated on their site to another page. This could be a great resource for students, and teachers alike, to quickly use when creating web content, once they understand how to utilize the images generated.
Evaluation of its Utility:
Again this blog is updated frequently. It is very informative and provides many links to wonderful resources for educators. I have bookmarked this blog and intend to utilize the many websites and activities that Larry provides to his readers frequently this upcoming year.
Title:
Learning Labyrinth: Exploring Web Tools and Resources for the K-12 Environment
http://learninglabyrinth.edublogs.org/
Rating by Heather Streb:
1-Excellent
Desciption of site and its purpose:
Danielle Klaus works as the Instructional Technology Specialist and the Tablet PC Program Coordinator at Trinity School in Atlanta, GA. Danielle believes that technology should be a tool to utilize within the classroom to help further student learning and motivation. This blog provides educators with many valuable resources to use within the classroom. Within most of the posts, Danielle provides readers with a description of the resource, key features that are included, an explanation of why the resource is great for students, classroom integration ideas, and tech-treat tips and tricks which explains in ins and outs of using a given resource. Many of the resources can be modified to suit the needs of all educators. For example, in her most recent posting Danielle provided her readers with a link to the MadLibs Game Time website. Through the use of this resource students can increase their expressive language skills and are encouraged to write creatively. There are many more useful resources such as this one within this blog.
Evaluation of its Utility:
This site is organized and updated frequently. It contains many links for educators to use. It also thoroughly describes each resource and provides readers with helpful tips and suggestions for implementing those resources within the classroom. This blog has already given me so many wonderful ideas to use within my class this upcoming school year. I am looking forward to using them within my classroom and I am sure that my students will be engaged because of them.
Enjoy a laugh and read the example of MadLib I created using **Madlibs Game Time**!
POLITICAL SPEECH
Ladies and gentlemen, on this dizzy occasion, it is a privilege to address such a/an funny-looking group of cameras. I can tell from your smiling sandwiches that you will support my ordinary program in the coming election. I promise that, if elected, there will be a tooth brush in every zoo and two horses in every garage. I want to warn you against my prickly opponent, Mr. John. This man is nothing but a repulsive verse. He has a shaggy character and is working lollipop in glove with the criminal element. If elected, I promise to eliminate vice. I will keep the oxen in the public till. I promise you substantial government, grotesque taxes, and old schools.